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Lao Tzu Quotes

Considered the founder of Taoism, Lao Tzu was a philosopher who lived in ancient China during the 6th century. Here are some inspirational quotes by the great master and author of the Tao Te Ching. Enjoy the wisdom of Lao Tzu

Lao Tzu Quotes

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Respect

When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you.3 points

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Gratitude

Be Content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the whole world belongs to you.2 points

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Love

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.2 points

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Meditation

To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders.2 points

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Going with the Flow

A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.2 points

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Words of Wisdom

In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.2 points

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Silence

Silence is a source of great strength.2 points

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Leadership

To lead people walk behind them.1 point

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Awareness

The key to growth is the introduction of higher dimensions of consciousness into our awareness.1 point

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Take Action

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.1 point

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Independance

Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.1 point

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Charity

Great acts are made up of small deeds.1 point

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Patience and Compassion

I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.1 point

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Giving and receiving

If you would take, you must first give, this is the beginning of intelligence.1 point

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Kindness

Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.1 point

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Knowledge , Wisdom and Power

Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom. Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power.1 point

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Resistance

Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them - that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.1 point

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Effortless

An integral being knows without going, sees without looking, and accomplishes without doing.1 point

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Thoughts

If you correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place.1 point

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Letting Go

By letting it go it all gets done. The world is won by those who let it go. But when you try and try. The world is beyond the winning.0 points

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Moderation

Fill your bowl to the brim and it will spill. Keep sharpening your knife and it will blunt.0 points

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Fearlessness

If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to. If you are not afraid of dying, there is nothing you cannot achieve.0 points

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